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(Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)   For years, Green Bay Packers fans have been on the fence about Jordan Love . The quarterback was a head-scratching first-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, and his arrival marked the beginning of the end of Aaron Rodgers’ time with the franchise. Love didn’t look good when he was given a chance in relief, and people questioned whether he would eventually be a starting-caliber NFL quarterback. He then proved those doubters wrong, dominating in his first season as a starter in 2023. Then, he regressed, raising questions about whether the team should commit to him for the long run. Fast forward to today, and he may have done enough to shut down the critics for good. As shown by OberSports, Love has been on a tear to start this season, ranking in the top 10 in several major passing categories. Jordan Love through four weeks: 1,000 pass yards (5th in NFL) 8 TD passes (3rd in NFL) 1 INT 69.4% completion % (9th in NFL) 8.3 YPA (4th i...

(Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers have gone from looking like a potentially undefeated Super Bowl favorite to a loss against the Cleveland Browns and a tie against the Dallas Cowboys. A bizarre ending against the Cowboys left some questioning quarterback Jordan Love ‘s decision-making, and one former player called him out for his execution on the final drive. Leger Douzable brought up Love’s poor clock management on the final drive, which resulted in a last-play field goal following a handful of head-scratching plays, including a yardage-losing completion on second down and an incompletion on the final play that barely left one second on the clock. “Awful clock management and just awful situational football awareness by Jordan Love. If you’re Jordan Love, you feel pressure the next play, you can’t throw it behind the line of scrimmage. There was a little bit of pressure in his face, but he could’ve rolled out and threw that out of bounds. So, awful ...

(Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers couldn’t get a stop against the Dallas Cowboys on “Sunday Night Football.” Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott looked like he did in his prime, making big throw after big throw. That’s why it’s not a surprise to see that Green Bay is trying to bolster its secondary. “The Packers have been making calls on Asante Samuel Jr., per Easton Butler …,” PackersRealm wrote on X. The Packers have been making calls on Asante Samuel Jr., per @Easton__Butler , @BookOfEli_NFL . pic.twitter.com/KOzjyjgYrM — PackersRealm (@PackersRealm) September 29, 2025 The former Los Angeles Chargers defensive back is unsigned, most likely due to concerns about his injury history. He’s been solid when he’s been healthy, and he could be a welcome addition. The Packers’ defense was spectacular in the first three games of the season, so chances are that their most recent performance was an outlier. However, cornerback Nate Hobbs hasn’t bee...

(Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers ‘ offensive line is a major problem right now. Playing Elgton Jenkins at center hasn’t worked out, and second-year tackle Jordan Morgan has left plenty to be desired. That’s why, sometimes, not having a player on the field is just what people need to realize how important he is. With that in mind, insider Wendell Ferreira gushed about tackle Zach Tom , who did not play in Week 4 against the Dallas Cowboys because of an oblique injury. “Outside of Jordan Love, Zach Tom is the most valuable offensive player on the Packers. It’s been clearer over the past two weeks,” Ferreira wrote on X. Outside of Jordan Love, Zach Tom is the most valuable offensive player on the Packers. It's been clearer over the past two weeks. — Wendell Ferreira (@wendellfp) September 29, 2025 The Packers chose to give Tom another week to heal. But the offensive line has crumbled without its starting right tackle, and he can’t return soon...

(Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers need to bounce back from two disappointing outings. The Cleveland Browns’ defense shut down their offense in a Week 3 loss, and their defense failed to establish any momentum in a Week 4 tie against the Dallas Cowboys. If there is a silver lining, it might be that Romeo Doubs made his case as a potential WR1. With that in mind, insider Eli Berkovits urged the team to sign Doubs to a contract extension. “Romeo Doubs is the only WR on this team who makes that catch. He must be extended,” Berkovits wrote on X. Romeo Doubs is the only WR on this team who makes that catch He must be extended — Eli Berkovits (@BookOfEli_NFL) September 29, 2025 Doubs had one of the best games of his NFL career against Dallas. He hauled in six of eight targets for 58 receiving yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his impressive chemistry with Jordan Love. For years, the Packers have struggled to find a go-to guy. Christia...

(Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)   The Philadelphia 76ers just held their media day, meaning that players and coaches were able to talk to the press and speak about plans for 2025-26. Head coach Nick Nurse touched upon many things during his appearance before the media, including the introduction of incoming rookie VJ Edgecombe. Talking about what Edgecombe will bring to the team, Nurse spoke about his versatility. “I could see VJ for instance playing some 1, and also playing some 3,” Nurse said of Edgecombe. Nick Nurse: "I could see VJ for instance playing some 1, and also playing some 3" — Kyle Neubeck (@KyleNeubeck) September 26, 2025 Edgecombe might technically be a shooting guard, but it sounds like Nurse is going to ask more of him during his rookie campaign. Nurse added that Edgecombe has been working on his shooting all summer and is hoping to instantly improve the team’s offense. During his single season in college, he produced 15.0 points, 5....

(Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)   During his two seasons with the New York Knicks , OG Anunoby has provided some great defense for the team. He can be a clampdown defender, and new head coach Mike Brown has big plans for him. Speaking to the press, Brown praised Anunoby and said he is more than capable of being first-team All-Defense. “First-team All Defense. He is more than capable. Really it’s up to him. That’s how good he is on that end of the floor. And I’ve been around those guys; Bruce Bowen, Tim Duncan. I’ve been around a few of them and he’s right there,” Brown said. Mike Brown on OG Anunoby as a defender: "First-team All Defense. He is more than capable. Really it’s up to him. That’s how good he is on that end of the floor. And I’ve been around those guys; Bruce Bowen, Tim Duncan. I’ve been around a few of them and he’s right there." — Ian Begley (@IanBegley) September 26, 2025 It’s very clear that Brown has nothing but deep faith in Anunoby, a...

(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers have one of the strongest teams in the league right now. They have put together a strong combination of youth and experience, and with the Micah Parsons trade, they won’t be able to take anyone in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. However, that doesn’t mean they can’t find a player who could help them stay competitive for many years to come. And given their current roster, team needs, and contracts, they might be looking at taking a linebacker early. With that in mind, Alex Ballantine of Bleacher Report tied them to three intriguing prospects: Deontae Lawson (Alabama), Isaiah Glasker (BYU), and Harold Perkins Jr. (LSU): “Gutekunst has a ‘type’ when drafting linebackers. He likes them to be long, athletic and fast, even if that comes at the sacrifice of some fundamentals at the position. Edgerrin Cooper, 2024 second-round pick, is a great example. So, Glasker, who is listed at 6’5″ and 240 pounds and is a...

(Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)   The Los Angeles Lakers recently announced that they had extended head coach JJ Redick’s contract. The Lakers wanted a stable coaching staff, and they are going to get that. It sounds like it was an easy choice for LA’s front office, and general manager Rob Pelinka explained why the Lakers moved forward with a Redick extension. “Confidence and belief. We think he’s a special coach with a special voice that’s really helping us to continue to define the culture of Lakers excellence. We just wanted to make a clear statement that this is what we believe in, what we’re going to lean into, and what our players are going to mold into as we continue to develop the identity. I think having long-term planning is helpful as we build this team going forward,” Pelinka said, via Mike Trudell. Full quote from Pelinka on why the Lakers extended Redick's contract: “Confidence and belief. We think he’s a special coach with a special voice that’s r...

(Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)   Over the last four years, Austin Reaves has become a huge part of the Los Angeles Lakers . He started as an undrafted player who didn’t get more than a second glance from other teams, but is now holding his own alongside Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Speaking about Reaves, Lakers head coach JJ Redick talked about his busy summer and how seriously he has taken his time off. “Every day that he’s been in the gym, he’s been the best player in the gym… His body is really good right now. He’s really strong. His burst, his athleticism. It’s evident that he spent a lot of time working on his body this summer,” Redick said of Reaves. JJ Redick on Austin Reaves: “Every day that he’s been in the gym, he’s been the best player in the gym… His body is really good right now. He’s really strong. His burst, his athleticism. It’s evident that he spent a lot of time working on his body this summer.” pic.twitter.com/ElQsZD4PFP — Spectrum SportsNet (@Spe...

(Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)   The Minnesota Timberwolves recently revealed that they’d be using throwback jerseys in the new season. But that’s not the only way they will celebrate their past in the new year. According to Evan Sidery, the T-Wolves are working towards retiring Kevin Garnett’s jersey in 2025-26. “The Timberwolves are working towards having Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey officially retired this season. New ownership wants to properly honor a franchise icon. With Minnesota bringing back their legendary uniforms, Garnett could finally see his number raised to the rafters,” Sidery posted on X. The Timberwolves are working towards having Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey officially retired this season. New ownership wants to properly honor a franchise icon. With Minnesota bringing back their legendary uniforms, Garnett could finally see his number raised to the rafters. pic.twitter.com/nAiVMq2hj4 — Evan Sidery (@esidery) September 25, 2025 This wo...

(Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)   Rudy Gay recently said that the Memphis Grizzlies would have won a championship in 2013 had he remained on the team. He knows that the Miami Heat were an unstoppable freight train, but he thinks the Grizzlies would have gotten in their way. Now, Dwyane Wade is speaking out about Gay’s comments, and it’s clear that he doesn’t agree. “You’re not just going to win the Finals because you think you can. We had just been there four years in a row. We’re smacking y’all. You don’t know how to win in the Finals, bro,” Wade said. Dwyane Wade fires back at Rudy Gay “You’re not just going to win the Finals because you think you can. We had just been there four years in a row. We’re smacking y’all. You don’t know how to win in the Finals, bro.” (via @wynetwork / h/t @HeatDiehards ) pic.twitter.com/ILJ164O20T — NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) September 24, 2025 The Grizzlies were a promising squad at the time, but Wade doesn’t think they h...

(Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)   It’s a season of change for the Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker. The era of Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal is over, and the franchise is ready to turn a corner. The Durant-Beal chapter was started with the best of intentions, but Booker is now admitting that it was tough and didn’t work out as planned. “This last couple years, it was win a championship or bust. We didn’t even make the Play-In. Definitely the toughest two years of my career,” Booker said. Devin Booker on the Suns’ failed Big 3 era featuring Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal (via @BurnsAndGambo ): “This last couple years, it was win a championship or bust. We didn’t even make the Play-In. Definitely the toughest two years of my career.” pic.twitter.com/Zm5CXr7rYy — Evan Sidery (@esidery) September 25, 2025 Before Durant and Beal, Booker was the centerpiece of the Suns. But when they came on board, that obviously changed. Booker was all-in on his new teammates and, l...

(Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)   The clock is ticking louder than ever for the Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings. If they are going to create a sign-and-trade deal that sends Jonathan Kuminga to Sacramento, they will have to do it quickly. However, Sam Amick is reporting that several “obstacles” remain in the way of any potential trade. “Several obstacles to a deal remain, most notably the fact that the Warriors’ interest in Monk appears to be quite muted. His contract is the primary issue, as he has a player option for the 2027-28 season worth $21.5 million that does not fit with the Warriors’ future flexibility plans. There are concerns about his fit on the team as well. If they did take him on, team sources said it’s likely Golden State would look to trade him elsewhere. The problem with that path, however, is that there’s no clarity as to whether that would be possible anytime soon,” Amick said. The Warriors and Kings have restarted trade talk...

(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)   It seemed like Quentin Grimes was coming back to the Philadelphia 76ers in the new season, but now people aren’t so sure. In fact, Shams Charania is reporting that the Sixers and Grimes are “far apart” on a new deal with just days to go before media day and training camp. “I’m told both of these sides are very far apart on a deal. It was the first time today that the Sixers made a formal hard offer to Grimes as a restricted free agent. Grimes will not be attending 76ers media day on Friday,” Charania said. Shams on Quentin Grimes: "I'm told both of these sides are very far apart on a deal. It was the first time today that the Sixers made a formal hard offer to Grimes as a restricted free agent. Grimes will not be attending 76ers media day on Friday" pic.twitter.com/IXovcTW9gz — Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) September 24, 2025 For those hoping for another season of Grimes in Philadelphia, this is nothing but b...

(Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)   Mikal Bridges came to the New York Knicks on a mission, and he is intent on helping the team win a championship. He knows that doing that isn’t just about his points on the scoreboard, but his true commitment to the team. That’s why Bridges recently agreed to a four-year, $150 million extension to remain with the team. That’s actually less than he could have agreed to, because Bridges accepted a pay cut to help his team financially. Bridges is now talking about why he made that generous choice. “If I came here, preaching about how much I want to win, and I try to take every dollar to make it difficult for the organization? I’ll seem like a fraud. That’s not who I am. I want to win bad,” Bridges said. "If I came here, preaching about how much I want to win, and I try to take every dollar to make it difficult for the organization? I'll seem like a fraud. That's not who I am. I want to win bad." Mikal Bridges on tak...

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)   Jayson Tatum won’t be with his Boston Celtics any time soon, but he’s already planning what his return will be like. The exact date isn’t known, but Tatum is intent on coming back to his team in front of the loyal, loud hometown fans who love him. Speaking to ESPN, he talked about what that moment will be like. “I put a date on the calendar of when I would be 100% ready and able to play. Whenever that date is, it will be a home game in front of the fans at TD Garden. That is something that I have dreamt about and envisioned,” Tatum said. "Whenever that date is, it will be a home game in front of the fans at TD Garden. That is something that I have dreamt about and envisioned.” Jayson Tatum says his return from injury will come at home (via @ESPNNBA ) pic.twitter.com/X1zsjwQ7hh — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 23, 2025 Tatum is clearly looking forward to the end of his recovery, but he needs to be patient. An injur...

(Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers went from one Hall of Fame quarterback to the next one. Going from Brett Favre to Aaron Rodgers was like lightning striking twice in the same place. Of course, the chances of them striking gold again with Jordan Love were quite slim. And so far, he’s given them the best of both worlds; he can be a gunslinger like Favre or a surgical passer like Rodgers. Unfortunately, he’s also shown the worst of both of them, turning the ball over like Favre and falling short in big moments like Rodgers. That’s why, as much as Steve True believes the Packers can win a Super Bowl with him, he also thinks they need to keep him on a leash: “You can win a Super Bowl with Jordan Love, but you have to recognize in various situations he can make incredibly dumb plays, so you might have to limit him,” True said. "You can win a #SuperBowl with Jordan Love, but you have to recoginzie in various situations he can make incredi...

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)   Ace Bailey’s road to the NBA was unorthodox, although he eventually got a spot on the Utah Jazz and could be a special part of their lineup in the new season. Throughout the draft process, Bailey reportedly refused to work out with multiple teams. Now, Marc Stein is reporting that he was doing that because he had a singular goal: making his way onto the Washington Wizards. “It’s been revealed: Ace Bailey refused pre-draft workouts from all interested teams to try to force his way to the Washington Wizards at No. 6,” Stein stated. It's been revealed: Ace Bailey refused pre-draft workouts from all interested teams to try to force his way to the Washington Wizards at No. 6, per @TheSteinLine . — Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) September 22, 2025 When Bailey said he wouldn’t do workouts with most squads, it was because he had his sights set on a specific team. At the time, no one was sure what it was, but most people didn’t think he had...

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)   Right now, Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics isn’t able to join his team on the court. However, he will return, and some people think he has a chance to be the greatest player in the league soon. “There’s no one that has that shot profile. He’s what everyone wishes they have: A 6-foot-10 guy who shoots 3s, gets to the rim and gets fouled,” an anonymous Western Conference assistant coach said. An anonymous Western Conference assistant coach says Jayson Tatum will be the best player in the NBA by 2030 “There's no one that has that shot profile. He's what everyone wishes they have: A 6-foot-10 guy who shoots 3s, gets to the rim and gets fouled.” (Via @TimBontemps … pic.twitter.com/8nRxce8akN — NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) September 22, 2025 It’s unfortunate that Tatum will likely miss all of the 2025-26 season because of his injury, but the future is still very bright for him and his team. Tatum is a versatile player, one who can...

(Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers were heavy favorites in Week 3. After watching them handle the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders on both sides of the ball, they were projected to make another statement against the Cleveland Browns. Unfortunately, they had a rude awakening on the road, but analyst Ryan Wood believes the loss could be a blessing in disguise. “The Packers will not go undefeated this season. Instead, they just learned no matter how talented they are, they still have to show up against every single opponent. A potentially valuable lesson in Week 3,” Wood wrote on X. #Packers will not go undefeated this season. Instead, they just learned no matter how talented they are, they still have to show up against every single opponent. A potentially valuable lesson in Week 3. — Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) September 21, 2025 Of course, it shouldn’t take a loss for a team to play hard, but it happens. It should be a wake-up call fo...

(Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers were just minutes away from a perfect start to the season. It was a scrappy game, and it wouldn’t have been easy or pretty, but it was hard to believe they would lose a game they led by 10 points in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns. That’s why it’s not a surprise to learn the Packers made some dubious franchise history in the loss. In fact, you have to go back almost 60 years to find a precedent for what just happened. “The last time the Packers lost a game where they were leading by at least 10 points and had a shutout with four minutes to go was 1967. That’s how long it’s been. What a crazy game,” Kyle Malzhan said. The last time the #Packers lost a game where they were leading by at least 10 points and had a shutout the opposition with less than four minutes remaining was 1967. @KyleMalzhan pic.twitter.com/FOzyNP70ri — WFRV Local 5 Sports (@WFRVSports) September 22, 2025 It all star...

(Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)   Through two weeks, the Green Bay Packers looked like one of the best teams in the NFL, if not the best. Their offense was efficient and rolling, and even though he was playing less than half of the snaps, the addition of Micah Parsons looked like it was working better than anyone could have hoped. That positivity died off to a degree in their Week 3 loss to the Cleveland Browns, a result that few people predicted heading into this matchup. Green Bay squandered a fourth-quarter lead, making some people question whether they’re Super Bowl favorites after all. Xavier McKinney tried to put these thoughts to bed, as he noted in a postgame press conference shared on the Packers’ website. “I still think we got a great team. I think we gon’ do some special things this year,” McKinney  said . “But I also think it’s good that we learned this lesson early. I’d rather learn it early than late, so I think that’s really the biggest lesson...

(Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers ‘ Week 3 loss to the Cleveland Browns was one of the most surprising of the slate. Many believed they’d win in blowout fashion, but with a lot of factors working against them, the Packers ultimately collapsed in the fourth quarter, allowing the Browns to come back and win epically. Offensive line struggles were only the beginning for this team, as penalties also held them back from playing as well as they had in the first two weeks. Jordan Love wasn’t shy when talking about the penalties in a postgame presser, as noted by an article in The Athletic by Matt Schneidman. “I feel like we were hurting ourselves more than anything with some of the penalties and the little things,” Love  said , in an all-too-familiar refrain from last season. “I felt like we were putting some good drives together, but at the end of the day, I feel like we just hurt ourselves a little too much. Love noted that the team did have s...

(Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)   The Green Bay Packers looked unstoppable through the first two weeks of the season. Their offense was efficient and on fire, with Jordan Love looking like an MVP candidate, and the defense looking like one of the top units in the league. With this in mind, it looked like they were going to steamroll the Cleveland Browns heading into their Week 3 matchup, but that didn’t end up being the case. Packers fans were frustrated with the result, but Micah Parsons got real in a postgame interview, per Ryan Wood on X, indicating the weekly challenges of an NFL team. “This is all part of adversity. Undefeated seasons, they’re hard. Let’s be real. Sometimes, just like today, you s— the bed. That’s just the reality. It happens to the best teams. Even the best Super Bowl champs make mistakes, and they pay for it,” Parsons said. Micah Parsons on the loss: "This is all part of adversity. Undefeated seasons, they're hard. Let's be real. ...